Category: News

– Local Climate Adaptation Efforts Led by Women – Women Driving Climate Change Solutions – IWD 2025: Celebrating Women in Climate Action In celebration of International Women’s Day (IWD) 2025, six inspiring women are making a difference in their communities by championing climate adaptation efforts. From sustainable farming techniques to disaster preparedness initiatives, these women…

– Lagos Evictions Displace Over 10,000 Residents – Civil Society Decries Illegal Demolitions – Government Faces Backlash Over Forced Evictions Over 10,000 residents of Ilaje Otumara and Baba Ijora in Lagos Mainland have been forcibly evicted following a demolition carried out by the Lagos State Building Control Agency (LASBCA) on March 7, 2025. The exercise,…

– Lagos Strengthens Building Safety Regulations – Certified Accreditors to Monitor Construction Compliance – Sanwo-Olu Unveils New Building Safety Initiative Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has launched the Certified Accreditors Programme (CAP) to enhance building safety and compliance. The initiative enlists private sector experts to work alongside the Lagos State Building Control Agency (LASBCA) in…

– Nigeria’s Waste Import Sparks Controversy – Environmental Group Warns of Waste Mismanagement – EU Non-Hazardous Waste Deal Raises Concerns Sustainable Research and Action for Environmental Development (SRADeV Nigeria) has criticized Nigeria’s decision to import “non-hazardous” waste from the European Union (EU). The group argues that Nigeria, already struggling with domestic waste management, lacks the…

– House of Reps Pushes for Oil Revenue Recovery – Nigeria’s Oil Companies to Clear Outstanding Debts – $37.4M Debt Settlement Agreement Reached The House of Representatives Committee on Public Accounts has secured commitments from seven major oil firms to remit $37.4 million (₦58 billion) to Nigeria’s Federation Account by August 2025. This follows an…

– International Women’s Day 2025: UN’s Stand on Women’s Rights – UN Secretary-General Urges Action for Gender Equality – Global Push for Women’s Empowerment on IWD 2025 On March 8, 2025, the United Nations marked International Women’s Day (IWD) under the theme “For ALL Women and Girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment.” UN Secretary-General António Guterres warned…

– Women’s Empowerment Initiatives in Nigeria – Gender Equality Efforts by SELF and Bridge That Gap – IWD 2025: Promoting Women’s Leadership for Socio-Economic Growth On International Women’s Day (IWD) 2025, the Sustainable Education and Livelihoods Foundation (SELF) and Bridge That Gap have intensified their advocacy for women’s empowerment as a catalyst for socio-economic growth.…

– NCDMB Invests in Nigerian Refinery Expansion – Boosting Local Content in Oil and Gas – Enhancing Nigeria’s Refining Capacity The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) has acquired a 20% equity stake in the 100,000 barrels per day (BPD) African Refinery Port Harcourt Limited (ARPHL) project. This investment aligns with NCDMB’s mandate to…

– Women’s Environmental Education in Jigawa State – UNICEF and Jigawa Collaborate on Sustainability Training – Empowering Women for Environmental Sustainability in Nigeria In a significant move towards promoting environmental sustainability, the Jigawa State Government, in collaboration with UNICEF, has initiated a training program targeting 600 women across the state. This initiative aims to enhance…

– Olu of Warri Environmental Advocacy – Protecting Nigeria’s Mangrove Ecosystems The Olu of Warri, Ogiame Atuwatse III, has urged the protection of Niger Delta mangroves, warning against foreign exploitation under carbon credit schemes. He emphasized the ecological and economic importance of these ecosystems, which support biodiversity and local livelihoods. Speaking at The Mangrove Exhibition…